By Ruben Mita

A Naturalist's Guide to the Fungi of Aotearoa New Zealand is an easy-to-use introductory identification guide to 267 species of New Zealand's fungi, described at species or genus level; perfect for residents and visitors alike. 

High quality photographs are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, identifying characteristics, habitat, possible confusion and edibility or toxicity. The user-friendly introduction gives an overview of what fungi are, how to make a spore print, foraging, taxonomy and naming, plus a glossary.

• For each account the authoritative text describes identifying features, habitat, possible confusion and edibility or toxicity
• Height, cap diameter, common and scientific names listed
• An overview of what fungi are, how to make a spore print, foraging, and taxonomy and naming, plus a glossary

• Format: Paperback / softback
• Publication Date: 01/04/2025
• Publisher: John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd
• Country of Origin: United Kingdom
• Pages: 176

About the Author:

Ruben Mita is anecologist and writer living in Poneke Wellington. Growing up in the WaitakereRanges of Tamaki Makaurau Auckland, he discovered a love of fungi from an earlyage. He holds degrees in Ecology and Biodiversity, Ecological Restoration,English and Music from Te Herenga Waka University of Wellington, and is also apublished poet.